State of Gold

State of Gold
Podcast Description
Restoring the California Dream One Bold Idea at a TimeCalifornia was once a beacon of prosperity, hope and innovation – symbolized by the Gold Rush, Hollywood and Silicon Valley. Today it’s the least affordable state in the nation and plagued by poverty, homelessness, and sky-high taxes. How did we get here, and how do we turn California around?State of Gold is a media platform and citizens’ movement dedicated to restoring the California dream. Host and longtime real estate and tech executive Jon Slavet combines practical wisdom and insurgent energy, as he sits down with voices from across the spectrum. The show will examine and promote the best ideas from any corner to solve the state’s most pressing issues. State of Gold cuts through the noise to explore what’s gone wrong in the Golden State – and what it’ll take to make things right.www.stateofgold.com
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores various themes such as housing affordability, budget crises, education reform, and government transparency. Episodes delve into topics like the detrimental impacts of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) on housing, the state's financial issues as discussed by Arnold Schwarzenegger's former budget director, and the issues of government oversight highlighted by a young assemblyman. The show's focus is on presenting actionable ideas to restore the California dream.

Restoring the California Dream One Bold Idea at a Time
California was once a beacon of prosperity, hope and innovation – symbolized by the Gold Rush, Hollywood and Silicon Valley. Today it’s the least affordable state in the nation and plagued by poverty, homelessness, and sky-high taxes. How did we get here, and how do we turn California around?
State of Gold is a media platform and citizens’ movement dedicated to restoring the California dream. Host and longtime real estate and tech executive Jon Slavet combines practical wisdom and insurgent energy, as he sits down with voices from across the spectrum.
The show will examine and promote the best ideas from any corner to solve the state’s most pressing issues. State of Gold cuts through the noise to explore what’s gone wrong in the Golden State – and what it’ll take to make things right.
www.stateofgold.com
Guest:
Kevin Dalton – Actor turned Conservative Activist
Guest Bio:
Kevin Dalton is a former actor turned political activist, commentator, and one of California’s most passionate critics and fans — even after moving his family to Idaho. He gained notoriety for his viral takes on homelessness, rising energy costs, and policy mismanagement, and even ran for L.A. County Supervisor in 2020. Kevin’s journey from Hollywood to the heart of America has only deepened his love for California — and his desire to help fix it.
Show Summary
What does it say about California when someone who left still cares more than most who stayed?
In this powerful and often funny episode, Jon Slavet talks with Kevin Dalton to unpack recent California news — from Katie Porter’s viral meltdown to sky-high energy bills and the true cost of homelessness. Dalton calls out California’s failed leadership, debunks elite narratives, and shares his own transformation story: A moment of connection with a homeless man on Hollywood Blvd that changed everything.
Whether you agree or disagree, Kevin’s voice is a refreshing mix of realism, heart, and hope. From Prop 50 to Pyromaniacs, no topic is off limits in this candid conversation about what’s really going wrong in California — and what could actually make it right.
Chapters
00:00 – Welcome & Dalton’s New Life in Idaho
00:20 – Katie Porter's Viral Interview Fallout
01:15 – Why Her Meltdown Changed the Race
02:42 – What the Gaffe Revealed About Democrats
03:47 – A Big Opening for New Candidates
04:04 – Momentum Shift in California Voter Rolls
05:16 – Prop 50 and What’s at Stake in November
06:10 – Elitism in California Politics
07:27 – Why Are Energy Bills So High?
08:40 – California’s Cost-of-Living Crisis
09:00 – Backwards Climate Policy Explained
10:13 – Palisades Fire and Gavin Newsom’s Blame Game
12:42 – Land Mismanagement and the Real Culprits
13:27 – Is There a Hidden Agenda?
14:41 – Policy Solutions that Empower Homeowners
15:44 – Kevin’s Awakening: From Actor to Advocate
17:00 – Running for Office vs. Speaking Out
19:59 – Why He Still Cares Deeply About California
21:23 – King for a Day: Make Crime Crime Again
21:32 – What Gives Him Hope for the State
22:01 – Leader He Admires: Ronald Reagan
22:45 – Finish the Sentence: ”California is… Savable”
Connect with Kevin Dalton
X:https://x.com/TheKevinDalton
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekevindalton
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